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Minnesota State women's soccer, football teams playing in national semifinals

Shocked? Don't be. All Minnesota State does is win. The Mankato-based university's men's and women's basketball teams won national championships in April and more hardware is within reach. While the football team plays No. 1 Valdosta State on Saturday, the women's soccer team will be battling a juggernaut in the Final Four at 2 p.m. CT Friday.

Minnesota AASD and DSD Announce Key Health Service Updates, Embrace Digital Health Reviews

The AASD and DSD issued an update on Medicaid service agreement freezes, remote health reviews, CDCS changes, and PCA student incentives.

Minnesota sues Glock over the design of their handgun

Minnesota is suing Glock, saying the company has known about switches — which convert semi-automatic handguns into fully automatic handguns — for decades and has not made any design changes to discourage their use.

Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approves Summit’s CO2 pipeline permit

The decision by the Minnesota PUC follows the approval of Summit Carbon Solutions’ pipeline permits in Iowa and North Dakota. The company recently refiled its South Dakota permit application.

Commission approves Minnesota’s first carbon-capture pipeline. Its future hinges on the Dakotas

Construction on Summit’s pipeline can’t start until the project moves ahead in North Dakota. It has inspired a debate over risk of a leak and the value of of carbon capture for ethanol as a climate solution.

Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Wild penalty-kill confidence growing

Statistically among the NHL’s worst last season, the Wild’s penalty kill is growing in confidence and effectiveness this time around.

Minnesota horticulture teacher retains title at annual California biggest-pumpkin contest

Travis Gienger, of Anoka, Minnesota, beat his closest competitor by 6 pounds (2.7 kilograms) to clinch the victory at the 51st World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off.

Detroit Lions vs Minnesota Vikings picks, predictions, odds: Who wins NFL Week 7 game?

NFL Week 7 odds, picks, predictions, TV and streaming information for the Sunday football game between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Minnesota & Iowa: What’s open, closed

(ABC 6 News) – Indigenous Peoples’ Day, previously Columbus Day, is being celebrated on Monday in Minnesota and Iowa.

Minnesota woman helps Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Georgia

PLYMOUTH, Minn. — The Red Cross is sending volunteers from Minnesota to some of the Southern communities hit hardest by hurricanes Helene and Milton. Susan Sparling-Micks returned this weekend to her home in Plymouth after two weeks in Georgia.

Conservative Activist Seizes on Passages From Harris Book

A report by Christopher Rufo says the Democratic presidential nominee copied five short passages for her 2009 book on crime. A plagiarism expert said the lapses were not serious.

Midday switch at MPR: Cathy Wurzer turns over Minnesota Now to Nina Moini

Nina Moini will take over the hourlong noon broadcast, Minnesota Public Radio announced Monday. Moini, who has been with MPR News since 2017, will begin her new hosting duties in mid-November.

Defense attorneys ask to toss Iron Range Hells Angels charges after attorney-client breach

The cases stem from allegations that a woman was sexually assaulted and a man was abducted and beaten at the Hells Angels’ downtown Eveleth clubhouse.

Control of state House could hinge on a sleepy district outside Duluth

Control of the Minnesota House of Representatives could come down to one race in a district outside Duluth, where first-term Republican Natalie Zeleznikar is being challenged by Democratic retired judge Mark Munger.

Minnesota's Napheesa Collier shares heartfelt moment with deaf fan after WNBA Finals game

The WNBA Finals have been filled with intense action, and Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier continues to be at the center of it all. After leading her team in a critical victory

Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Minnesota: What’s open, closed

Indigenous Peoples’ Day, previously Columbus Day, is being celebrated on Monday in Minnesota.

No. 15 Omaha hockey scores overtime win over No. 5 Minnesota

Jacob Guevin netted the winning goal in the final minute of OT while Simon Latkoczy made 53 saves to give the Mavericks a 2-0 finish at the season-opening tourney in

Minnesota Senate’s single seat race will determine balance for next two years

The special election Nov. 5 will determine whether the GOP flips control of the state Senate or the DFL stays in charge.

Memorial held to remember fallen park ranger who died on duty helping to save family

Law enforcement, friends and family gathered Sunday afternoon to remember the life and legacy of National Park Ranger Kevin Grossheim at a memorial held at International Falls High School.

Watch: Lynx mount futile late run vs. Liberty in WNBA Finals Game 2

Courtney Vandersloot hit what looked like a dagger to give the New York Liberty a big lead in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. Then her flagrant foul opened the door for another late Minnesota Lynx comeback attempt. We’ve seen this before Napheesa Collier hits the one-legged fade in the lane! #WNBAFinals presented by @YouTubeTV pic.twitter.com/2mpjeP1zag

2024 Minnesota Football Tickets, Schedule, Where to Watch

View the Minnesota Golden Gophers 2024 game schedule, single game ticket information, TV info, results, stats, upcoming games, live stream information and more.

The New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, tying the series at 1-1

Bounce-back performances by Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu and a postseason-best effort by Betjinah Laney-Hamilton led the Liberty to an 80-66 win over the Minnesota Lynx in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, evening the best-of-five series at 1-1 after losing an all-time stunner in Game 1.

This time, New York Liberty protect big halftime lead to even WNBA Finals against Minnesota Lynx

Two-time MVP Breanna Stewart wouldn’t let the Liberty lose, scoring 21 points to go with 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and a finals-record 7 steals.

NHL Buzz: Eriksson Ek questionable for Wild with undisclosed injury

If Eriksson Ek is unavailable, forward Liam Ohgren could make his season debut. The 20-year-old, who was Minnesota's first-round pick (No. 19) at the 2022 NHL Draft, had one goal and one assist in four games with the Wild last season.

Minnesota Lynx WNBA Championships: How many WNBA titles have the Lynx won?

The Minnesota Lynx have solidified themselves as one of the most dominant teams in WNBA history. The Lynx took a 1-0 WNBA Finals lead after an overtime win in Game 1 against the

Walz mocked after being caught on video struggling to load his own shotgun

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz was the butt of social media jokes after he was caught on video struggling to load his own shotgun during a three-hour opening day pheasant hunt.

Annual ‘Blue Light Service’ carries heavier weight; ranger honored days after line of duty death

Organized by Minnesota's chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.), the 15th annual 'Blue Light Service' was held at the Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial on the Capitol grounds.

Harris campaign deploying Walz in new push for male voters in swing states

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Friday kicks off new push to reach male voters in swing states, Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign confirmed to ABC News. As part of the push, the campaign is highlighting ABC's Michael Strahan exclusive interview with Walz that aired on "Good Morning America" Friday morning.

6 prospective buyers for the Minnesota Twins

WCCO's Chad Hartman tweeted earlier this week that the Davis family had previously reached out to buy the Twins but was told the team was not for sale. It is unknown whether the Davis family will attempt again now that the Pohlads are exploring a sale but the interest could be there.

Tim Walz roasted over appearing to struggle to load shotgun at hunting event: ‘So much for being military badass’

Democratic VP hopeful Tim Walz tried to showcase his hyped-up firearm skills at a hunting event Saturday, but detractors quickly seized on his apparent struggles to load a Beretta A400

Do the Vikings play today? Schedule, time, channel for next Minnesota football game

Here's everything to know about the Vikings next game, including opponent, start time and more, after a bye in Week 6.

How to watch WNBA Finals Game 2, NY Liberty vs Minnesota Lynx: Time, channel, FREE live stream

After a historic come-from-behind victory in Game 1, the Minnesota Lynx return to Brooklyn to face the New York Liberty in Game 2 of the 2024 WNBA Finals.

CALLISTA GINGRICH: The Realignment Of Catholic Voters To The GOP

Less than one month from the presidential election on Nov. 5, former President Donald J. Trump is making significant headway

Breanna Stewart and the Liberty look to bounce back and even WNBA Finals

Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty are confident they can rebound from the Game 1 collapse against the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Finals

Minnesota major party chairs share thoughts on 2024 election

Every election year, we ask the two major party chairs in Minnesota about the 'state of the race. This year, there's more at stake in our state than usual because Gov. Tim Walz is on the national ticket with Kamala Harris.